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Candidates vie for post of governor
Business, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Bank of Thailand is preparing to welcome a new governor as the incumbent, Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, is scheduled to complete his term on Sept 30, 2025. The selection process for this crucial role is highly anticipated, given the significant economic challenges facing Thailand and the importance of central bank leadership in shaping monetary policy and financial stability.
Stakes high for next central bank chief
News, Published on 09/06/2025
» As the clock ticks down on Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput's term, which is ending on Sept 30, Thailand's central bank chief is preparing to hand over the reins at a time of mounting economic uncertainty.
Seven contenders vie to lead Bank of Thailand
Published on 04/06/2025
» The race to be Bank of Thailand governor is heating up, with bankers and economists leading a list of seven applicants vying for a pivotal role in Southeast Asia’s second-biggest economy.
Applications for Bank of Thailand governor open next week
Published on 08/05/2025
» The committee that will select the next governor of the Bank of Thailand will open applications next week, ahead of the end of current Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput’s five-year term in September.
Search begins for new Bank of Thailand chief
Published on 17/04/2025
» The Ministry of Finance has appointed a selection committee to choose a new Bank of Thailand governor to succeed Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, whose five year term will end on Sept 30.
SCB X in search of higher profits via wealthier customers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/04/2025
» SCB X, the financial technology conglomerate and holding company of Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), is entering its third year of operations in 2025.
Thai micro lender Abacus eyes expansion
Published on 26/03/2025
» Abacus Digital, the Thai fintech firm backed by SCB X Plc, plans to ramp up lending to individuals and small businesses starved of capital as traditional lenders turn more wary of rising bad loans.
Prominent financier rules out run for Bank of Thailand governor
Published on 13/03/2025
» Piti Tantakasem, the chief executive of TMBThanachart Bank (ttb), has dismissed speculation about his candidacy to become the next governor of the Bank of Thailand.
SCB X focuses on technology at spin-offs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2025
» SCB X, a financial technology company, expects improved performance from its Generation 2 financial subsidiaries this year following business transfers the past few years.
Abacus keen on regional growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/01/2025
» Abacus Digital, a fintech firm under SCB X, is exploring regional business expansion and preparing for a listing on the local stock exchange as part of its next growth phase.